What are rheumatological diseases?
Who is a pediatric rheumatologist?
Pediatric Rheumatologist in Hyderabad
Rheumatic diseases are autoimmune or inflammatory diseases. Contrary to common belief, there are substantial numbers of children with rheumatic disease but there is poor awareness of this group of diseases. Growing children have unique medical needs.
Symptoms may not always be obvious and may evolve over time. These can be non specific/ overlapping. A vigilant watch of few symptoms can help and may indicate the need to see a rheumatologist include: Fever: persistent, recurrent, prolonged, unexplained, Swelling and stiffness and Joint pain, Change in gait, limp or avoid using a certain joint, Pain or weakness in the muscles, Fatigue/extreme weakness, Skin Rash, rash, ulcers, eye problems, Involvement of Multiple organ systems
At that time of symptoms, you must see Pediatric Rheumatologist. Fortunately, we have Dr. Anjani who completed her MD Pediatrics and DM pediatric rheumatology from the prestigious institute of India, PGIMER
Many types of rheumatic diseases don’t seem to be easily identified within the early stages in children. Rheumatologists who are specially trained to see children will help in making early diagnosis and accurate diagnosis early in order to start appropriate treatment can begin early.
As these diseases often change or evolve over time. Rheumatologists work closely with patients to spot the matter and style an individualized treatment program.
Do children develop rheumatological disease?
Best Child Rheumatologist in Hyderabad
Children are also in danger of getting autoimmune disease.
Rheumatology isn’t understood by the final public. Symptoms may not always be obvious and may evolve over time. These can be non specific/ overlapping. Children cannot express themselves well regarding these issues. But there’s chance that they can also get autoimmune/ rheumatological symptoms: Stiffness within the hands and legs, long fever, Joint pain, Change in gait, limp or avoid using a certain joint, Pain or weakness in the muscles, Fatigue/extreme weakness, Skin Rash, rash, ulcers, eye problems, Involvement of Multiple organ systems. Parents should take their children to the best Child Rheumatologist and get them evaluated to prevent damage. Timely treatment may be a must. It starts like common arthritis, but slowly affects the skin, eyes, lungs, and heart
At that time of symptoms, you must see Pediatric Rheumatologist. Fortunately, we have Dr. Anjani who completed her MD Pediatrics and DM pediatric rheumatology from the prestigious institute of India, PGIMER
Dr. Anjani Gummadi is that the best child rheumatologist in Hyderabad with over 8 years of experience. Her motto is to see the Patient Healthy and Happy. She also has many publications in national and international scientific journals and awards to her credit. With a strong passion for providing the best treatment to children, she is always keen on learning about newer diseases , advances in treatment.
When to visit pediatric rheumatologists?
Symptoms may not always be obvious and may evolve over time. These can be non specific/ overlapping. They are often misdiagnosed and/or slow to be diagnosed. A vigilant watch of few symptoms can help and may indicate the need to see a rheumatologist include:
Symptoms may not always be obvious and may evolve over time. These can be non specific/ overlapping. They are often misdiagnosed and/or slow to be diagnosed. A vigilant watch of few symptoms can help and may indicate the need to see a rheumatologist include:
- Fever: persistent, recurrent, prolonged, unexplained
- Swelling and stiffness and Joint pain
- Change in gait, limp or avoid using a certain joint
- Pain or weakness in the muscles
- Fatigue/extreme weakness
- Your child may avoid activities he or she enjoys because of feeling tired or sore.
- Skin Rash
- Oral or genital Ulcers
- Unexplained Hair loss
- Redness of eyes, decrease vision
- Loss of weight
- Loss of appetite
- Bluish discoloration of fingers and toes
- Skin Tightening
- Involvement of Multiple organ systems
Fever: persistent
Swelling and stiffness
Change in gait
Pain or weakness in the muscles
Fatigue/extreme weakness
feeling tired or sore
Skin Rash
Oral or genital Ulcers
Unexplained Hair loss
Redness of eyes
Bluish discoloration of fingers
Loss of appetite
What should I expect when I see a pediatric rheumatologist?
- During your first visit pediatric rheumatologist will get a thorough history of your child’s symptoms, along with your family history. A thorough physical examinations will be done. A detailed review of all records will be done. In addition necessary investigations will be ordered. These include
- Imaging studies (X-ray, MRI, Ultrasound)
- Laboratory studies (including complete hemogram, renal and liver functions, ESR, CRP and urine tests)
- Autoimmune tests: ANA, ANCA, serum complements, rheumatoid factor, HLA B27, etc
- Cardiac screening: ECHO, ECG
- Skin or muscle biopsy( if required)
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What conditions do pediatric rheumatologists treat?
Treatment of pediatric rheumatological diseases
